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Wild’s Jesper Wallstedt gets brutally honest on play in Game 5 despite win

The Minnesota Wild had only been up 3-2 in a first-round series once in franchise history, but they’ve doubled that number in 2026 after beating the Dallas Stars 4-2 in Game 5 at the American Airlines Center on Tuesday night.

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Biggest winners (and a few losers) after Wild win Game 5 and push Stars to brink of elimination

The Minnesota Wild are one win away from advancing to the second round after a 4-2 Game 5 victory over the Dallas Stars. Here are the winners and losers of Game 5.

Minnesota Wild News / Field Level Media / April 28

Kirill Kaprizov directs Wild to 3-2 series edge over Stars

Kirill Kaprizov had a goal and two assists and the Minnesota Wild beat the Stars 4-2 in Game 5 of their Western Conference First Round series Tuesday night in Dallas.

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Stars miss Roope Hintz as they're on the brink of elimination against Wild in Stanley Cup playoffs

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Mats Zuccarello News / Gone Puck Wild / April 28

Mats Zuccarello instantly reminded the Wild why they need him in Game 5

Mats Zuccarello made his return in Game 5 on Tuesday night after missing the previous three games, and gave the Minnesota Wild an early 1-0 lead on a goal against the Dalla Stars.

Minnesota Wild News / Gone Puck Wild / April 28

John Hynes reveals official Game 5 status for Mats Zuccarello

After returning to practice on Monday, Mats Zuccarello was officially deemed a game-time decision for Game 5 by Minnesota Wild head coach John Hynes.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 28

Wild need to stay disciplined to close out Stars

To the surprise of nobody, the first-round series between the Minnesota Wild and Dallas Stars has been immensely entertaining. As the series, tied at two

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 28

Wild could have 2 critical reinforcements for Game 5 vs. Stars

The Minnesota Wild avoided disaster on Saturday by tying Game 4 late and winning a crucial swing game in overtime. The Dallas Stars stole Game 3 on the road to take a 2-1 series lead, and nearly demoralized Minnesota by sweeping the games at the Grand Casino Arena.

NHL News / Bring Me The News / April 27

Wild get encouraging injury updates ahead of pivotal Game 5 vs. Stars

Reinforcements could be on the way for the Wild heading into a pivotal Game 5 against the Stars on Tuesday night. Mats Zuccarello and Yakov Trenin were both seen practicing on Monday, according to Minnesota hockey insider Michael Russo.

Matt Boldy News / Bring Me The News / April 26

Ghosts silenced, for now — and about time: Boldy finally plays the hero

There were 28.9 seconds remaining in overtime, but there wasn’t a single person in Grand Casino Arena able to wait that long to exhale again, or endure another emotionally draining period of breathtaking playoff hockey that has made this propulsive Wild-Stars series compulsive viewing.

Matt Boldy News / Field Level Media / April 25

Matt Boldy nets game-winner as Wild even series with Stars

Matt Boldy scored with 29 seconds left in overtime to give the Minnesota Wild a 3-2 win over the visiting Dallas Stars in Game 4 of their Western Conference first-round series on Saturday evening in St.

Jake Oettinger News / The Hockey Writers / April 25

The Minnesota Wild Have Found a Weakness in Jake Oettinger

The Minnesota Wild find themselves down 2-1 in the series against the Dallas Stars after a heartbreaking double-overtime loss in Game 3. Although things are looking a little bit bleak right now, I think there is some reason to be optimistic if you’re a Wild fan.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 25

NHL Rumours: Gustavsson Upset, Sundin’s Role & Blues Changes Coming

In today’s NHL rumour rundown, we start off with the Minnesota Wild and how goaltender Filip Gustavsson is seemingly unhappy with watching the first three, and soon to be four, games from the bench.

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Minnesota Wild News / Bring Me The News / April 24

Will Wild be shorthanded again in Game 4 vs. Dallas?

Early signs are pointing to the Wild heading into Game 4 against the Stars without both Mats Zuccarello and Yakov Trenin. Minnesota trail in the first round playoff series 2-1 after a double-overtime loss on Wednesday night Trenin has already been ruled out, while Zuccarello is considered questionable, according to The Athletic's Michael Russo.

NHL News / Total Apex Sports / April 23

Wild And Strong Dallas and Minnesota Teams Have Series Lead Going Into Game 4

Both the Dallas Stars and the Minnesota Wild have played well as a whole over the last 3 games, but the Stars are up 2-1 after Game 3 on April 22. Dallas has been sharper in the key moments, especially late in periods.

John Hynes News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 23

John Hynes delivers encouraging message to Wild rookie after back-breaking Game 3 penalty

The Minnesota Wild had plenty of things to blame their Game 3 loss against the Dallas Stars on, with their dreadful 1-for-7 powerplay performance being one of them.

Quinn Hughes News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 23

Quinn Hughes’ response to Wild’s powerplay struggles after Game 3 loss

One of the best parts of Quinn Hughes’ game and the reason he is so valuable to the Minnesota Wild is how he can affect a game offensively from the back end, whether at even strength or on the powerplay.

Minnesota Wild News / Daily Faceoff / April 22

Wild’s Zuccarello, Trenin to miss Game 3 against Stars with injuries

A couple of notable names will not be in the lineup on Wednesday night in the Twin Cities. Not long before puck drop of Game 3 of their Central Division Semifinal against the Dallas Stars, the Minnesota Wild announced that forwards Mats Zuccarello and Yakov Trenin will not play due to injuries.

Minnesota Wild News / Daily Faceoff / April 22

Hughes, Faber have been difference-makers for Wild

The Minnesota Wild successfully wrestled home ice advantage away from the Dallas Stars by beating them in Game 1 before the Stars bounced back to even the series on Monday night.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / April 22

Wild Make Goalie Decision After Game 2 Loss to Stars

The Minnesota Wild return home with their first-round series against the Dallas Stars tied after two games. Minnesota opened the series with a 6-1 win before dropping Game 2 by a 4-2 score in Dallas.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 21

3 Takeaways From the Wild’s 4-2 Loss to the Stars in Game 2

The Minnesota Wild took on the Dallas Stars in Game 2 of Round 1 on Monday evening, Apr. 20, in Dallas, Texas. The Wild opened the series with a big 6-1 win that surprised many, and they looked to take Game 2 as well.

Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 20

Wild Recall Seven Players

The Minnesota Wild have stocked their cupboard of black aces as Game 2 of the first round approaches. Minnesota has recalled forwards Nicolas Aube-Kubel, Hunter Haight, and Ben Jones; defensemen Carson Lambos and David Spacek; and goaltenders Riley Mercer and Chase Wutzke from the AHL per Michael Russo of The Athletic.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 17

Devils make fascinating GM hire that could be home run

The New Jersey Devils wasted no time in hiring their next general manager.

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Rieger Lorenz News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 15

Wild Closing In On Signing Rieger Lorenz

The Wild have been busy locking up draft picks and free agents out of the college ranks over the past few days. That’s expected to continue as they’re closing in on an entry-level pact with 2022 second-rounder Rieger Lorenz, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.

Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 13

Wild Recall Ben Jones, Nicolas Aube-Kubel

After recalling a pair of depth players yesterday, the Minnesota Wild are again adding more reinforcements for their final two games of the regular season.